Rich Habits Podcast
Austin Hankwitz and Robert Croak
Introducing the Rich Habits Podcast — a financial literacy podcast for anyone ready to take back control of their money by implementing new habits.
Join Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz every Monday, Thursday, and Friday as they demystify the financial habits of the rich, share their own mistakes and shortcomings, and lay out the blueprint for you to succeed with money.
Robert is a decamillionaire with 30+ years of business experience and $200M+ of company exits under his belt, while Austin is an entrepreneur in his 20s eager to learn.
Join Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz every Monday, Thursday, and Friday as they demystify the financial habits of the rich, share their own mistakes and shortcomings, and lay out the blueprint for you to succeed with money.
Robert is a decamillionaire with 30+ years of business experience and $200M+ of company exits under his belt, while Austin is an entrepreneur in his 20s eager to learn.
Episodes
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May 23, 2024 • 37min
Q&A: Handling a $100K Salary, Investing with $50 / Month, and Downsizing
Topics discussed include optimizing real estate assets, investing with limited funds, handling $68K in student debt with a $100K salary, prioritizing IRA options, and managing idle cash for a house purchase.
May 20, 2024 • 23min
65: EXCLUSIVE Interview w/ BlackRock (Bitcoin ETF)
Jay Jacobs, Head of Thematic Investing and Active ETFs at BlackRock, discusses BlackRock's IBIT Spot Bitcoin ETF, exploring the rise of Bitcoin ETFs, institutional demand, equity securities, Bitcoin volatility, and tokenization of financial assets. The conversation dives into the differences between spot and futures ETFs, NIO's income-focused ETFs, and the Coinbase-BlackRock relationship, offering valuable insights for investors.
11 snips
May 16, 2024 • 39min
Q&A: $100K / Year in Passive Income, QQQM vs. QQQ, and House-Hacking
Topics include making $100K/year in passive income, house-hacking a condo, best dividend ETFs, and investment property tips. Also, insights on VTI and QQQ, options trading, and financial advice for high school seniors.
May 13, 2024 • 45min
64: How to Hedge Your Portfolio (TACK) w/ Katie Stockton
Statistician Katie Stockton shares strategies for identifying winning stocks and hedging against market volatility with (TACK). The episode covers the value of technical analysis, using technical indicators, building a strong investment foundation with TACK ETF, and insights on market indices and portfolio management.
6 snips
May 9, 2024 • 30min
Q&A: Book Recommendations, Stocks That Go To Zero, and Spending $7M to Buy Out a Family Member
The podcast discusses book recommendations, buying a house vs. living with parents, receiving a $21K bonus, stocks potentially going to $0, maxing out Roth 401k, and advice on buying out a family member for $7M.
4 snips
May 6, 2024 • 32min
63: These 3 Mindset Shifts Will Make You a Millionaire
Entrepreneur Robert Croak and financial advisor Austin Hankwitz discuss three mindset shifts necessary for millionaire status. Topics include overcoming FOMO in wealth-building, managing weekend spending, staying calm during market shifts, overtime vs side hustle strategies, and diversifying portfolios with gold investments.
May 2, 2024 • 26min
Q&A: Opening a Franchise, Selling a New Product, and Income-Producing Assets
Learn about selling 401k holdings, avoiding college costs, managing property depreciation, generating income in portfolios, launching a card game with no funds, and franchising insights in this informative Q&A podcast episode
6 snips
Apr 29, 2024 • 35min
62: The Top 3 Wealth-Killers in America
Guests Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz debunk common wealth-killers in America, emphasizing simplicity in investment strategies. They discuss building wealth with discipline, intentional effort, and investment in meaningful businesses. Topics include investment risks, successful strategies, real estate syndications, and the importance of financial education and mindset in achieving financial success.
9 snips
Apr 25, 2024 • 33min
Q&A: Austin & Robert's Worst-Ever Investments, War Time Investing, and Solo 401(k)s
Investment experts Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz answer listener questions on topics like wartime investing, worst investments, cryptocurrencies, Solo 401(k)s, car purchases, and Roth IRAs. They share insights on strategic investing, diversified growth, and the importance of due diligence. Recommended assets, trading platforms, and debt consolidation advice are also covered in this informative episode.
Apr 22, 2024 • 31min
61: Three Reasons the Stock Market Could Go Down in 2024
Financial expert Robert Croak and investment analyst Austin Hankwitz discuss three reasons for a potential stock market drawdown in 2024, including inflation impact, market volatility strategies, art investments, property management tips, and long-term index fund benefits.
